Domino
Roy Orbison and the Teen Kings Lyrics
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He goes by the name of Domino
A long tweed jacket and a diamond ring
A blue sport car, he's a crazy king
They love him so that cat called Domino, Domino, Domino
Well the girls all think that he's a real gone guy
They all flip when he walks by
He's rearm' to go and never sings the blues
They love him so that cat called Domino, Domino, Domino
He's got cool black hair and a solid style
Long side-bums and a crazy smile
A thousand girls, they'll tell you so
They dig that cat called Domino
They love him so that cat called Domino, Domino, Domino
Well Domino, cool man go, Domino, they love him so
Get out of the way, here comes Domino, Domino, Domino
The song “Domino” by Roy Orbison explores the charismatic and magnetic personality of a man named Domino, who is loved by many women in town. The song describes his distinct physical appearance, including his tweed jacket, diamond ring, blue sports car and cool white shoes. Additionally, the song mentions that he has black hair, side-bums and a crazy smile, all of which add to his cool persona. Despite Domino’s shanty clothes and careless attitude, he never sings the blues, highlighting his unshakeable self-confidence.
The song suggests that Domino is an enigmatic figure, feared by other men and loved by women. The lyrics describe how girls flip when he walks by, emphasizing his sex appeal and charisma. The repetition of his name in the chorus reinforces his importance as a figure in the town’s social scene. Through the song, Roy Orbison portrays the mystique and glamour of the character of Domino, who, despite his carefree and devil-may-care presence, remains a respected and admired figure.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a cat in town that you might know
There's a popular person around who you may be familiar with
He goes by the name of Domino
This person's name is Domino
A long tweed jacket and a diamond ring
Domino is easily recognizable by his clothing and accessories
A blue sport car, he's a crazy king
Domino has a flashy blue sports car and is known for his eccentricity
They love him so that cat called Domino, Domino, Domino
Domino is very well-liked and known by many
Well the girls all think that he's a real gone guy
Girls are particularly fond of Domino and consider him a desirable person
They all flip when he walks by
Girls are so impressed by Domino that they become nervous and excited when he's around
Shanty clothes and cool white shoes
Domino's clothing is simple yet fashionable
He's rearm' to go and never sings the blues
Domino is always ready to have fun and never complains
They love him so that cat called Domino, Domino, Domino
Domino is very well-liked and known by many
He's got cool black hair and a solid style
Domino's appearance is stylish and includes black hair
Long side-bums and a crazy smile
Domino's hairstyle is long on the sides and he has a distinctive smile
A thousand girls, they'll tell you so
Many girls are quick to praise Domino and speak about his positive qualities
They dig that cat called Domino
Girls are attracted to and impressed by Domino
They love him so that cat called Domino, Domino, Domino
Domino is very well-liked and known by many
Well Domino, cool man go, Domino, they love him so
Domino is a cool guy who is very popular and well-liked
Get out of the way, here comes Domino, Domino, Domino
Domino is so popular and well-known that people get out of his way when he arrives
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: GENE SIMMONS
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